Germany: Support for farmers must continue

Immediately after the culmination of the farm protests in Germany, the largest agricultural exhibition - "Green Week" - began in Berlin. The event was opened by the Federal Minister of Agriculture Cem Özdemir. He called on agricultural associations and the food industry to work with politicians to solve problems in the sector together. In its almost 100-year history, Green Week has always acted as a mirror of society, said Berlin's ruling mayor, Kai Wegner. Times are exciting and challenging. "Where farmers have fears for their existence, we need to start a conversation," he stressed. We need a clear vision of what agriculture should look like after 2027. My vision for the future of agriculture is based on security, stability, sustainability and solidarity. This was said by the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Janusz Wojciechowski, quoted by BTA. He emphasized that farmers in Europe are currently facing many problems caused by climate change. And future ...